Bills: SCR3 , SCR2 , SCR1 , HCR1 , HR6 , HR5 , HR4 , HR3 , HR2 , HR1

Keywords: SCR3, resolution, state law, legislative approval, concurrent resolution, honoring, lying in state, Capitol, James Earl Carter, United States President, electoral votes, 2025 election, presidential election, Congress, inauguration, committee, ceremonies, joint committee, ceremony, authorization

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• The Speaker pro tempore: The House will be in order.
• The Chair will lead the House in the Pledge of Allegiance.
• IN YOUR ETERNAL NAME WE PRAY. AMEN.
• I look forward to continuing working together in my new role as Governor.
• I LOOK FORWARD TO CONTINUING WORKING TOGETHER IN MY NEW ROLE AS GOVERNOR.

Bills: SCR3 , SCR2 , SCR1 , HCR1 , HR6 , HR5 , HR4 , HR3 , HR2 , HR1

Keywords: SCR3, resolution, state law, legislative approval, concurrent resolution, honoring, lying in state, Capitol, James Earl Carter, United States President, electoral votes, 2025 election, presidential election, Congress, inauguration, committee, ceremonies, joint committee, ceremony, authorization

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• You may as well remain standing, because according to precedent, the Chair will swear in the Members-elect
• The Chair will now swear in the officers of the House. Will you raise your right hand?
• </c><04:09:22.640><c> in</c> committee on inaugural ceremonies in committee on inaugural ceremonies in
• </c><05:37:01.558><c> in</c><05:37:01.718><c> connection</c><05:37:02.080><c> with</c> Inaugural ceremonies
• in connection with the proceedings and ceremonies conducted for the inauguration of the President-elect

Bills: SCR3 , SCR2 , SCR1 , HCR1 , HR6 , HR5 , HR4 , HR3 , HR2 , HR1

Keywords: SCR3, resolution, state law, legislative approval, concurrent resolution, honoring, lying in state, Capitol, James Earl Carter, United States President, electoral votes, 2025 election, presidential election, Congress, inauguration, committee, ceremonies, joint committee, ceremony, authorization

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• over a thousand participating in over a thousand ceremonies<00:44:40.920><c> and</c><00:44:41.040><c>
• </c> implementation in my home state in implementation in my home state in California<00:51:21.240><c
• </c> deliverer in you will all be restored in deliverer in you will all be restored in the<02:07:18.079
• </c> investment in America will help aid in investment in America will help aid in in<03:07:58.439><c
• </c> more Goods in America or in partnership more Goods in America or in partnership with<03:08:58.279

Bills: HR44 , HR43 , HR42 , HR33 , HR144 , HR164

Keywords: committee appointments, House of Representatives, agriculture committee, foreign affairs committee, natural resources committee, science and technology committee, member elections, legislative process, inauguration, Congress, House attendance, ceremony, legislative session, inaugural ceremony, President, Vice President, adjournment, committees, membership, election

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• 2018 in Jerusalem.
• 2018 IN JERUSALEM.
• In Maryland, they were eradicated from the Chesapeake Bay in 2022.
• In 2023 alone, 78% of the nutria found in California were in newly infested areas, threatening our entire
• Their absence leaves a void in America that cannot be filled easily, not just in the sport but in the

Bills: HR776 , HR43 , HR226 , HR42 , HR835

Keywords: Coptic Christians, human rights, Egypt, religious freedom, US-Egypt relations, minority rights, violence prevention, inauguration, Congress, House attendance, ceremony, legislative session, inaugural ceremony, House of Representatives, President, Vice President, adjournment, aviation, transportation, centennial

Bills: HB1742 , HB3370 , HCR72 , SB1383 , HR261 , HJR72 , HB3617 , HR1057

Keywords: military, abortion, reproductive health, leave policies, armed forces, healthcare access, fertility care, Access to Reproductive Care for Servicemembers Act, servicemembers, military leave, reproductive rights, assisted reproductive technology, in vitro fertilization, IVF, intrauterine insemination, egg retrieval, cryopreservation, travel reimbursement, lodging reimbursement, meal reimbursement

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• I reserve the are uh in in their debate.
• </c><03:54:34.720><c> uh</c><03:54:34.880><c> in</c> uh in the toughest schools in uh in uh in the toughest
• > in</c> perform better in math, in science, in perform better in math, in science, in reading.<04:00
• In in particular, it will provide seats.
• </c> of the top schools in New York City in of the top schools in New York City in math<04:08:06.160>

Bills: SCR12 , HR276

Keywords: Congressional Gold Medal, Army Rangers, World War II, ceremony, Emancipation Hall, colorectal cancer, Hispanic community, screening disparity, awareness, healthcare access, health education, chronic illness, cancer research, colon cancer, rectal cancer, cancer screening, Hispanic health, Latino health, racial disparities, health equity

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• County, 7,400 in King County, 2,700 in Spokane County, just to name a few.
• in Washington.
• In part, that stems from the two B&O tax increases in the last five years, one in 2019 and the one passed
• In southwest Washington, all legacy urgent care clinics in Vancouver have closed.
• to people in my industry.

Bills: SB5720 , SB5833 , SB5936 , SB5993 , SB5735

Committee: Senate Law & Justice

Keywords: consumer debt, judgment, uniformity, legal standards, debt collection, pets, motor vehicles, animal welfare, public safety, legislation, human trafficking, prevention, remedies, victims, law enforcement, support services, medical debt, interest charges, consumer protection, healthcare

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• In the 118th Congress, I was proud to have the support of my colleagues in passing this legislation in
• In the 118th Congress, I was proud to have the support of my colleagues in passing this legislation in
• IN IN THE OPINION OF THE CHAIR, 2/3 BEING IN THE AFFIRMATIVE -- MR.
• In the memory of the lives lost in New Orleans, and in recognition of the ever-present and evolving threats
• Her approach to service is evident in teaching fire safety in schools and pursuing efforts in education

Bills: HCR17 , HR993 , HR901 , HR495 , HR1374 , HB1692 , HR1166 , HR708 , HR862 , HR706

Keywords: Holocaust, remembrance, Emancipation Hall, ceremony, commemoration, Iran, Iranian protests, Islamic Republic, free and democratic Iran, human rights, women, life, freedom, morality police, political prisoners, internet shutdown, communications blackout, civil liberties, democracy, self-determination, regime repression, dissidents

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• flaws in it.
• in Texas became trapped in a really nightmarish scenario.
• in Texas.
• In Louisiana, they had no minimum age for marriage in 2018.
• The last minor married in Harris County was 17 in 2019.

Bills: HB168 , HB 1044 , HB1534 , HB1914 , HB2240 , HB2530 , HB3284 , HB3395 , HB3515 , HB3783 , HB4034 , HB4213 , HB168

Committee: House S/C on Family & Fiduciary Relationships

Keywords: marriage age, minors, family law, void marriage, rights of minors, Texas marriage law, marriage ceremony, authorized officiants, family code, judges, religious leaders, parent-child relationship, Department of Family and Protective Services, legal rights, notice requirements, HB 1914, Texas Family Code, Chapter 156, conservatorship, custody

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• In the cases that I've been involved in here in Travis County.
• in court.
• Texas, in San Antonio, everywhere; in Nevada, everywhere in the U.S. and outside the U.S.
• Okay, it's in the, it should be in the drop box. You put it in, here you go.
• Even after... in the process in three regions.

Bills: HB168 , HB 1044 , HB1534 , HB1914 , HB2240 , HB2530 , HB3284 , HB3395 , HB3515 , HB3783 , HB4034 , HB4213 , HB168

Committee: House S/C on Family & Fiduciary Relationships

Keywords: marriage age, minors, family law, void marriage, rights of minors, Texas marriage law, marriage ceremony, authorized officiants, family code, judges, religious leaders, parent-child relationship, Department of Family and Protective Services, legal rights, notice requirements, HB 1914, Texas Family Code, Chapter 156, conservatorship, custody

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• What happened in this case in particular is that at some point he was in arrears, but he did not know
• he was in arrears.
• Was not in the juvenile system or in the criminal system.
• In order to do that. And so I would suggest maybe in this one.
• are not adequately provided. in this bill are both guaranteed in the Federal Constitution and in the

Bills: HB557 , HB732 , HB1892 , HB1954 , HB2301 , HB3180 , HB3405 , HB3650 , HB3758 , HB4035 , HB4621 , HB4795 , HB4870 , HB5069 , HB5137 , HB5149

Committee: House S/C on Family & Fiduciary Relationships

Keywords: child support, arrears, court enforcement, contempt, legal protections, healthcare, insurance, cost reduction, accessibility, regulations, impotency, marriage annulment, Family Code, Texas law, family law, Texas legislation, dissolution of marriage, annulment, marriage, child custody

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• We’re here today for the swearing-in ceremony of Representative-elect Dillon Travis.
• Serving as our chaplain for the swearing-in ceremony is our House chaplain, Ronnie Wilson.
• Representative-elect Travis makes his comments, and just say how neat it is for us to be able to have this swearing-in
• It is so neat for us to be able to have this swearing-in ceremony on FFA Day of all days.
• , competing in leadership contests and everything back when we were in school.

Summary: The House convened for the swearing-in ceremony of Representative-elect Dillon Travis. The ceremony included an invocation by House chaplain Ronnie Wilson, the Pledge of Allegiance led by Speaker Pro Tem Anthony Moore, and administration of the oath of office by Chief Justice Dustin Rowe. Travis also signed the required oath and loyalty documents. In remarks surrounding the ceremony, House leaders noted the significance of holding the swearing-in on FFA Day and highlighted Travis’s background as a former FFA member from the Cleveland FFA chapter. Travis thanked his wife, family, and friends, said FFA played a major role in shaping his life, and emphasized his commitment to supporting rural Oklahoma. No legislation was considered and no votes were taken; the only formal action was the swearing-in of Representative-elect Travis.

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• Members, we're here today for the swearing-in ceremony of Representative-elect Dillon Travis.
• Serving as our chaplain for the swearing-in ceremony is our House chaplain, Ronnie Wilson.
• Representative-elect Travis makes his comments, and just say how needed it is for us to be able to have this swearing-in
• ceremony on FFA Day of all days.
• , competing in leadership contests and everything back when we were in school.

Summary: The House convened for the swearing-in ceremony of Representative-elect Dillon Travis. The session included an invocation by House chaplain Ronnie Wilson and the Pledge of Allegiance led by Speaker Pro Tem Anthony Moore, followed by Chief Justice Dustin Rowe administering the oath of office and loyalty oath to Travis. Travis was reminded to sign the required paperwork before being added to payroll. The Speaker noted the ceremony’s significance taking place on FFA Day and highlighted Travis’s background as a former FFA member, along with connections to other members who had participated in FFA. The remarks emphasized public service, rural Oklahoma, and the role of FFA in shaping future leaders. In brief comments after being sworn in, Travis thanked his wife, family, and friends, said FFA played a major role in his development, and expressed pride in being sworn in on FFA Day. He said he looks forward to serving and protecting rural Oklahoma.

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• I ask this in Jesus' name. To serve and lead. I ask this in Jesus' name. Thank you. One and all.
• First, they repeatedly, in various ways, in various forums, promised that the road to standing up and
• The President also wishes to extend his thanks to the Secretary for his participation in today's ceremonies
• The President also wishes to extend his thanks to the Secretary for his participation in today's ceremonies
• I do think there's some interest potentially in the interim in looking at how that could be adjusted,

Summary: The Senate convened for the opening of the 2026 session with roll call, presentation of colors by the Washington State Patrol Honor Guard, the Pledge of Allegiance, a signed national anthem by River Ridge High School students, and an invocation. The chamber welcomed new Senator Victoria Hunt and heard ceremonial remarks about the nation’s 250th anniversary and the challenges of governing during budget constraints. The Secretary of State certified the November 2025 election results, and newly elected Senators Emily Alvarado, Victoria Hunt, Deborah Krishnadasan, Tina Orwall, and Vandana Slatter were sworn in. The Senate also adopted Senate Resolution 8660 to notify the Governor that it was organized and ready to conduct business, confirmed the committee appointed for that purpose, adopted Senate Resolution 8663 making minor Senate rule changes, and confirmed the 2026 standing committee memberships. The Senate then handled first-reading referrals and supplemental introductions, including measures referred to committees and Senate Concurrent Resolution 8407 establishing cutoff dates for the 2026 session. Senator Riccelli supported the cutoff schedule as necessary to complete work within the 60-day session, while Senator McCune opposed it, arguing the Legislature should prioritize budgeting earlier and take a different approach to fiscal planning. After debate, the resolution was adopted. The Senate also received House messages transmitting House Concurrent Resolutions 4406 and 4407, and both were adopted by the Senate, with 4406 calling for a joint session and 4407 addressing the status of bills and measures. The chamber received additional messages from the Governor, Secretary of State, and Senate offices, including transmittals of several engrossed and substitute Senate bills and provisional certifications of initiatives. Senators Hunt and Torres reported back after escorting the Governor’s message, noting his readiness to work with the Legislature and a lighthearted Seahawks-49ers challenge. The session concluded with reminders about the upcoming joint session and a Rules Committee meeting, and the Senate adjourned until 11:40 a.m. on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.

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• I ask this in Jesus' name. To serve and lead. I ask this in Jesus' name. Thank you. One and all.
• First, they repeatedly, in various ways, in various forums, promised that the road to standing up and
• Repeatedly, in various ways, in various forums, promised that the road to standing up and sustaining
• The President also wishes to extend his thanks to the Secretary for his participation in today's ceremonies
• The President also wishes to extend his thanks to the Secretary for his participation in today's ceremonies

Summary: The Senate convened for the opening day of the 2026 session with roll call, presentation of colors by the Washington State Patrol Honor Guard, the Pledge of Allegiance, a signed national anthem by River Ridge High School ASL students, and an invocation. The President welcomed new Senator Victoria Hunt and noted the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, emphasizing the challenges of democracy and the need for grace and respect. The Senate then received certification of the November 2025 election results and administered the oath of office to newly elected Senators Emily Alvarado, Victoria Hunt, Deborah Krishnadasan, Tina Orwall, and Vandana Slatter. The chamber adopted Senate Resolution 8660 to notify the Governor that the Senate was organized and ready for business, confirmed the committee appointed to deliver that message, and adopted Senate Resolution 8663 making minor rule changes. The President also confirmed the 2026 Senate standing committee memberships. During first reading and referral, several bills and measures were introduced and sent to committees, including bills on toxicology testing, supplemental leave benefits for public employees, crime victims and witnesses, and fire code administration, along with Senate Concurrent Resolution 8407 establishing cutoff dates. Senate Concurrent Resolution 8407 was debated, with support arguing it set the session’s schedule for efficient work and opposition criticizing the traditional budget-and-policy sequence and calling for budget-first reform. The resolution passed. The Senate then received House Concurrent Resolutions 4406 and 4407, adopted both, and heard messages from the Governor’s office, the Secretary of State, and the Secretary of the Senate, including provisional certifications of initiatives and transmitted bills. The session concluded with notice of an upcoming joint session and committee meeting, and the Senate adjourned until the next legislative day.

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• And I'd like to extend a very special welcome to Justice Samuel Alito, who will be swearing in Justice
• It is my great honor, and I can think of no one more appropriate to swear in our own Justice James Sullivan
• It's an honor for me to be here to participate in this ceremony for a truly fine court. in this ceremony
• Friends, I have had the privilege of sharing in several of these ceremonies investing Supreme Court justices
• We hope you'll join us in the state bar building for a reception immediately following the ceremony,

Summary: The Supreme Court of Texas held a ceremonial investiture for two new justices, James Sullivan and Kyle Hawkins. Chief Justice Jimmy Blacklock opened the session with welcoming remarks and led the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by the National Anthem sung by Trooper Alena Gallardo. The event included an invocation by Father Dean Wilhelm, emphasizing the importance of justice and the rule of law. Governor Greg Abbott praised the new justices, highlighting their qualifications and the significance of their appointments to the court. Justice Samuel Alito administered the oath of office to Justice Hawkins, while Judge Thomas Griffith administered the oath to Justice Sullivan. Both justices expressed gratitude for their appointments and acknowledged the support of their families, mentors, and colleagues. The ceremony also honored former justices Jeff Boyd and Nathan Hecht, with heartfelt tributes reflecting on their contributions to the court and the legal community in Texas. The event concluded with a benediction by Reverend Greg Davidson, encouraging the justices to work diligently and honorably in their new roles.

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• Healey, who is going to swear us in.
• We are swearing in this term in the year 2025, which is exactly 250 years since the revolution and the
• He forces us to be here today to do this swearing-in ceremony that is always a kick.
• Swearing-in day is always a favorite day.
• She again joins me to share in the special ceremony, and incredibly, one week from today, we celebrate

Summary: The House of Representatives convened on January 1, 2025, for the opening of the 194th General Court. The session began with the call to order, invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, and National Anthem, followed by remarks from the Dean of the House, Governor Maura Healey, and Speaker Ron Mariano. Speakers highlighted the historic nature of the new session, the approaching 250th anniversary of American independence, and priorities such as public service, transparency, and continued collaboration between the House, Senate, and administration. The House received and filed the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s communication transmitting election returns, then adopted a special committee report confirming that the members-elect had been duly elected. The chamber also accepted the resignation/declination of Representative-elect Gerald Paracela, who had been nominated to the District Court. A committee was appointed to notify the Governor that a quorum of members-elect had assembled and were ready to be sworn in, after which the Governor administered the oaths of office to the members. The House then elected Ronald Mariano of Quincy as Speaker by roll-call vote, with 132 votes; Bradley H. Jones Jr. received 21 votes, Mark T. Lombardo 4, and the total vote count was 157. Timothy Carroll of Hull was elected Clerk by acclamation and sworn in, and he announced the appointment of assistant clerks. The House also adopted temporary rules to continue the prior session’s House rules and temporary joint rules, and agreed to a Senate order scheduling a convention for the following day to administer oaths to the Governor’s Council. The session concluded with a benediction and adjournment until the next day at 11 a.m.

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• Sort of an admission that their secret swearing-in ceremony was legitimate.
• We look at all of the swearing-in that took place, even though that was unprecedented, and it was a move
• Sort of an admission that their secret swearing-in ceremony was legitimate.
• We look at all of the swearing-in that took place, even though that was unprecedented, and it was a move
• Sort of an admission that their secret swearing-in ceremony was legitimate.

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• Today, I know we already did the swearing-in, but I just wanted to say something directly to Representative
• In fact, we had training in all churches in St.
• Ceremony would be defined under common definitions as we always do in the law.
• definition of what a worship service or religious ceremony is, but the important part of that is in
• we always do. ceremony would be defined under common definitions as we always do in the law.

Bills: HR58 , HR59 , HR60 , HR61 , HR62 , HR63 , HR64 , HCR32 , HB43 , HB447 , HB573 , HB1000 , HB1001 , HB1002 , HB1003 , HB1004 , HB1005 , HR46 , HR48 , HR50 , HR51 , HR52 , HR53 , HR54 , HR55 , HR56 , HR57 , HCR31 , HB20 , HB21 , HB166 , HB494 , HB710 , HB795 , HB985 , HB986 , HB987 , HB988 , HB989 , HB990 , HB991 , HB992 , HB993 , HB994 , HB995 , HB996 , HB997 , HB998 , SB128 , SB149 , SB174 , SB191 , SB205 , SB213 , SB218 , SB220 , SB229 , SB238 , SB243 , SB375 , SB379 , HB8 , HB9 , HB10 , HB15 , HB16 , HB17 , HB18 , HB19 , HB22 , HB33 , HB34 , HB35 , HB44 , HB46 , HB47 , HB48 , HB61 , HB101 , HB126 , HB135 , HB142 , HB164 , HB185 , HB215 , HB226 , HB232 , HB233 , HB242 , HB284 , HB292 , HB297 , HB301 , HB334 , HB436 , HB468 , HB548 , HB571 , HB582 , HB593 , HB594 , HB609 , HB613 , HB712 , HB722 , HB732 , HB746 , HB781 , HB827 , HB845 , HB848 , HB921 , HB923 , HB951 , HB953 , HB999 , HB129 , HB130 , HB287 , HB489 , HB545 , HB553 , HB555 , HB570 , HB854 , HB952 , HB28 , HB36 , HB50 , HB52 , HB56 , HB62 , HB68 , HB92 , HB110 , HB117 , HB119 , HB124 , HB140 , HB147 , HB171 , HB182 , HB193 , HB196 , HB203 , HB228 , HB234 , HB260 , HB268 , HB271 , HB285 , HB289 , HB351 , HB400 , HB413 , HB469 , HB534 , HB551 , HB552 , HB574 , HB576 , HB634 , HB649 , HB677 , HB735 , HB739 , HB779 , HB784 , HB796 , HB842 , HB850 , HB919 , HB149 , HB733 , HB875 , HB868 , HB901

Keywords: waterfowl conservation, wetlands preservation, Ducks Unlimited, environmental stewardship, Louisiana, tennis, athlete recognition, family legacy, sports achievements, coaching, student parents, higher education, academic support, family stability, workforce equity, Homeland Security, federal funding, public safety, emergency services, TSA